TITIE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
300 W SUNRISE BLVD STE 6, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311 · 954-767-0383
Last inspected Apr 1, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
FEB 25
APR 25
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OCT 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 5 live roaches on wall next to and under triple sink in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
9 cases · $5,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025033807 | Apr 17, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2023054300 | Sep 16, 2023 | Mar 6, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2021055999 | Dec 3, 2021 | Jun 10, 2022 | $800 |
| 2--2021040261 | Jul 23, 2021 | Oct 14, 2021 | $800 |
| 2--2020003723 | Jan 16, 2020 | Feb 20, 2020 | $400 |
| 2--2016029294 | Jun 9, 2016 | Aug 30, 2016 | — |
| 2--2015025887 | Jun 5, 2015 | Jan 8, 2016 | $500 |
| 2--2015023549 | May 21, 2015 | Jul 9, 2015 | $800 |
| 2--2015002262 | Dec 12, 2014 | Feb 13, 2015 | $300 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Apr 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked goat made yesterday without a date mark. Operator date marked properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored over the prep area in the kitchen. Operator stored employees phone properly.
Exterior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed on the outside of the chest freezer in the prep area rust and insulation are exposed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in the dishwashing and kitchen area.
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Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover in the prep area. Operator removed tin foil.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Operator corrected to 100ppm.
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in chest freezer.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Inspector demonstrated how to use test kit for Person in Charge.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Turkey, cooked Pork, cooked Chicken, all 24-36 hours since preparation with no date marks. Operator started adding date marks.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding units.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 200 ppm chlorine. Corrected to 100 ppm.
Jun 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed not calibrated.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Time extended.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris build up behind coolers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed standing water under floor tiles. Operator has started to replace. Time extended.
Apr 18, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent in prep area heavily soiled with dust.
Equipment in poor repair. Missing leg on mop sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout kitchen and prep areas. Standing water under cracked tiles in prep area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink draining on to floor in water heater room. Mop sink by back door not hooked up.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Outside area where hose is located, evidence of grease and debris on fence.
Apr 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 19 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over ready to eat commercially processed vegetables in reach in freezer.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in water heater room on door panel. No door between water heater room and kitchen. 2 live in trap in water heater room. No door between water heater room and kitchen. 1 live roach on cook line next to stove and steam table. 6 live roaches behind white reach in freezer in prep area. 2 lives roaches on wall above grey reach in freezer.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 25 dropping observed underneath two door stainless reach in cooler.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine bucket at kitchen prep area 200 ppm. Operator diluted solution, retesting at 100ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back kitchen. Operator provided.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Snapper prepped more than 36 hours not date marked.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling tile missing in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent in prep area heavily soiled with dust.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead in trap in water heater room. No door between water heater room and kitchen. 2 dead roach behind fryer.
Equipment in poor repair. Missing leg on mop sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Excessive amounts of grease and food debris behind equipment on cook lime. Excessive amounts of trash and food debris behind reach in freezers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout kitchen and prep areas. Standing water under cracked tiles in prep area.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. No grease receptacle observed. Observed old grease stored in 5 gallon jugs on rear pad. Observed grease on ground by fence.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. 1. Kitchen hoods heavily soiled with grease. 2. Missing catch pan Kitchen hoods.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in back kitchen.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink draining on to floor in water heater room. Mop sink by back door not hooked up.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Outside area where hose is located, evidence of grease and debris on fence.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Instructed operator how to use chlorine test strips.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Marinated fish, cooked turkey, etc. all in chest freezer, per operator all 36-72 hours, no date marks.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Door in disrepair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of produce (onions, plantains, etc) stored directly on the floor of storeroom.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Thermometer not conspicuous. Operator corrected.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed 4 areas on cook line where foil used as shelf covering was ripped and torn. Operator replaced during inspection.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed turkey thawing in prep sink.
Dec 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Oct 7, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in prep room over prep table.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Aug 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above produce. Operator relocated to bottom shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Household pesticides stored with canned goods. Operator relocated chemicals to store room.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in kitchen blocked by equipment and pots and pans.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in prep room over prep table.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nov 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at exterior rear hose faucet.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Demonstrated to operator how to calibrate stem thermometers. None in range.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta from prior day, more than 24 hours with no date mark.
Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed in prep station and cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed frozen fish in chest freezer unwrapped. Operation had them wrapped.
Sep 16, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer - torn gaskets.
Hole in or other damage to wall. By cookline hand sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under cookline hand sink.
Sep 15, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 2 small flying insects landing on prep table in kitchen prep area.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Chest freezer - raw fish stored over cooked oxtail. Operator stored all items properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 5 live roaches on wall next to and under triple sink in kitchen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings along wall next to kitchen prep area Atosa reach in. Operator removed droppings.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Front counter - glass door - pikliz - cooling for 3 hours at 2pm (51F - Cooling) at 2:35pm 52F. Reviewed proper cooling procedures and operator moved item to prep area reach in to quick chill.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided handout for operator.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer - torn gaskets.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind all chest freezers.
Hole in or other damage to wall. By cookline hand sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under cookline hand sink.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.